Day 3 of Lent – Friday
Welcome to day 3 of our Journey through Lent! I’m hoping you’re enjoying your time with the Lord through these guided readings and prayers. In case you’re curious as to what material was used in the creation of this study, … Continued
Day 2 of Lent – Thursday
Christian history is filled with people who sacrificed their lives for their faith, but for most of us, “losing our life” does not mean physical dying as we try to live out this life as followers of Jesus. The way … Continued
Day 1 of Lent – Ash Wednesday
Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the Lenten Season. Ash Wednesday has been described as “…a day of repentance. We are no more sinful on Ash Wednesday than on any other day – it is meant to serve as a speed … Continued
Introduction to Lent 2019
A few years ago I felt a tug in my heart to learn more about the Season of Lent and decided to observe Lent with a small group of friends. During that time I spent many hours researching the meaning and significance … Continued
5 Qualities of Spiritually Resilient Kids
I used to think I wanted successful kids. Part of me still does. When I gather with family or friends, I like to brag about my kids’ recent accomplishments. Noah, my oldest son, scored five goals in his first soccer … Continued
7 Things You Should Not Say To Your Kids
Right now, I’m in my home office with the volume on my Beats headphones at an above average level. And I can still hear two of my three kids crying. These are not “I’m a touch uncomfortable” cries. These are … Continued
5 Things Every Christian Parent Should Know About Raising Kids
I’ve never been much of a fighter. But on this night, the showdown was set. All I needed was an infamous Michael Buffer intro and a bell. On one end of the table, the champ, undefeated and unmatched…me. On the … Continued
How do you keep your marriage strong when raising a busy family?
My husband and I have five children ages 8, 6, 5, 3 and 4 months. As parents of this many children, you’d think we’d have it all “figured out” by now. Balancing schedules and routines, meeting each other’s needs, making … Continued
6 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got Married
The doors swung open. There she was, beautiful and confident and everything I’d ever dreamed. This was it. A few long minutes stood between me and Tiffani and marriage. I’m ready for this. And I was. As much as I … Continued
7 Habits Of Healthy Couples
Every now and then, I happen across a couple who has it figured out. Somehow, it seems, they navigated the hurdles and pitfalls of marriage and now are coasting down easy street. Marriage looks easy for these fortunate few. They encounter problems. … Continued